I'm No Expert

In which Jason and Ben riff off a recent CandlePowerForums thread on tactical flashlights and answer two all-important, hotly-debated questions: 1) What makes a flashlight tactical? 2) Is there really such thing as a tactical flashlight? Also, is there such thing as a tactical plunger? Link to the forum here . Maker Minute: CandlePowerForums

You don't need a New Year's Resolution. You need a strategic plan. Something Jason and Ben know more than nothing about.  Maker minute: John Foster. Forbes Article mentioned: here . 

In which Jason and Ben discuss the importance of making your bed, journaling, and hypnobirthing (a topic in which they are both DEFINITELY not experts). Maker Minute: " The Artist's Way " by Julia Cameron "Make Your Bed" speech ---> here

In which Jason and Ben talk plungers, ice scrapers, sleds, toothbrushes, and the completely rational fear of toilets.  Maker Minute: Liam Hoffman Zipfy sled [listen to episode for context]:

How does a Maker "level up," and how many experience points are gained when making the leap from "hobbyist" to "full-time maker?"  What does it mean when a Maker goes from a solo act to a team operation?  Jason and Ben explore Makervese scale in this highly anticipated follow up to The Makerverse, Part 1. Maker Minute: Tommy Mac, of " Rough Cut: Woodworking with Tommy Mac " and " Murder Matters ."

What is the Makerverse and who occupies it? What are the barriers to entry? Is it expanding or contracting?  These questions and more Jason and Ben answer on this Part 1 of a two-part special. Maker Minute: " Joone " by Emily Kate Moon.

In which Jason and Ben discuss the difference between art and craft, the cardinal sin that is "shelf queening" a maker's product, and the art concept so brilliant a toddler can do it.  Also discussed: Laura Morelli's Ted-Ed on difference between art and craft Nick Offerman's Woodshop Maker Minute: Frank Buchwald's Lamps

In which Jason and Ben wax philosophical on taking care of our stuff, orange Volvos named Gertrude, and the book that started it all. Maker Minute: R.M. Pirsig

In which Jason and Ben discuss personality inventories, strategic renewals, and why sometimes you need a little less balance in your life.  References made in this episode: Strengthsfinder Maybe We All Need a Little Less Balance Maker's Schedule, Manager's Schedule Maker Minute: Adam Savage of Mythbusters and Tested fame. 

In which Jason and Ben talk about the recent Equifax hack and Jason shares stories of some of the crazier scams perpetrated on Prometheus Lights. 

In which Jason and Ben question our society's reluctance to #maketheswitch from disposable batteries to rechargeable batteries. 

In which Jason and Ben pull back the curtain on their podcasting set up, explain why the quality of episode 1 was so poor, and explore some of the best podcasts out there today. 

In which Jason and Ben explore recent studies on video games, share their favorites, and discuss parenting in the times of first person shooters.   

In which Jason and Ben discuss the importance of prototyping early and often, both as a maker and a creator. A look back at the IDEO shopping cart and the diverse team that brought it to life.  See the ABC Nightline special on the IDEO Shopping Cart here .  More on the IDEO Shopping Cart here .   

In which Jason and Ben discuss "values," the final level in Shedroff's "Making Meaning." How does a maker's product reflect his values, and how does a consumer's purchases reflect hers? Jason also relates his experience watching the eclipse in the path of totality, the billion dollar industry that is non-refundable eclipse glasses, and the case of the missing eclipse footage.

In which Jason and Ben discuss feelings, authenticity, and a $30,000 chef's knife none of you will ever own. The bar: do you derive joy from the products you use?

In which Jason and Ben move up Shedroff's pyramid to discuss price, a product's "story," and the difference between a Bic and an Alpha . Also, do airlines feel empathy for their customers?

In which Jason and Ben discuss Maslow's hierarchy of needs, Nathan Shedroff's "Making Meaning," and the similarities between the iPhone and a Swiss Army Knife. 

In which Jason and Ben define quality, once and for all. As in the last definition you will ever need. 

In which Jason and Ben discuss the creation of the Prometheus Lights logo, the fallacy of "the customer is always right," and personal history.